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Frederick Douglass
Rosa
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100

You qualify or have a right to do something.

Entitled

100

The girl saw the bike she had always wanted.

girl & she

100

Frederick Douglass grew up in: PA.  MD.  VA.

Maryland

100

Is the story of Rosa, a biography or autobiography?

Rosa is a biography, it was written by Nikki Giovanni.

100

What does the author think about studying math?

  • Sentence: "Math is like a puzzle waiting to be solved, and I love finding the answers!"
  • A. The author finds math confusing.
  • B. The author thinks math is boring.
  • C. The author enjoys solving math problems.
  • D. The author is scared of math.

Correct Answer: C. The author enjoys solving math problems.

200

When you lose something and you begin looking for it.

Sought

200

The bike had lights, bells, and streamers on it .

bike & it

200

Frederick Douglass was taught to read by the wife of a slave holder. True or False

TRUE

200

What was Rosa Parks planning to make for dinner on the day she was arrested?

  • A. Fried chicken
  • B. Macaroni and cheese
  • C. Meatloaf
  • D. Vegetable stew

C. Meatloaf

200

How does the author feel about rainy days?

  • Sentence: "Rainy days are great for reading and listening to the peaceful sound of raindrops."
  • A. The author dislikes rainy days.
  • B. The author finds rainy days relaxing.
  • C. The author is afraid of rain.
  • D. The author prefers sunny days for outdoor activities.

Correct Answer: B. The author finds rainy days relaxing.

300

A person who does not support or agree with either side of an argument.

Neutral

300

The girl’s brother asked if he could get a bike, too.

brother & he

300

In New Bedford, Frederick changed his last name to Douglass to protect himself against slave catchers. True or False

TRUE

300

Who became the spokesperson for the movement that began following Rosa Parks' arrest?

  • A. Malcolm X
  • B. Jo Ann Robinson
  • C. Martin Luther King Jr.
  • D. W.E.B. Du Bois

C. Martin Luther King Jr.

300

What is the author's opinion on teamwork in sports?

  • Sentence: "Playing together as a team makes winning even more exciting!"
  • A. The author prefers playing sports alone.
  • B. The author believes teamwork makes sports better.
  • C. The author thinks teamwork is unnecessary.
  • D. The author doesn't like sports.

Correct Answer: B. The author believes teamwork makes sports better.

400

Things that are not the same.

Unequal

400

“ Everything here is too expensive,” the mother said.

everything

400

A person who wants to stop the of practice of slavery.

Abolitionist

400

What action did Jo Ann Robinson and the Women's Political Council take in response to Rosa Parks' arrest?

  • A. Organized a city-wide boycott of buses
  • B. Created and distributed posters urging people to stay off buses
  • C. Held a series of workshops on civil rights
  • D. Filed a lawsuit against the bus company
  • Correct Answer: B. Created and distributed posters urging people to stay off buses
400

How does the author feel about going to the dentist?

  • Sentence: "Visiting the dentist can be a bit scary, but I know it keeps my teeth healthy."
  • A. The author enjoys going to the dentist.
  • B. The author is terrified of the dentist.
  • C. The author is a bit nervous but understands the importance.
  • D. The author never goes to the dentist.

Correct Answer: C. The author is a bit nervous but understands the importance.

500

A person is honest and says what he or she thinks.

Outspoken

500

The parents told the children, “You may have to wait.”

children & you

500

Frederick had read about the abolition movement in William Lloyd Garrison's newspaper, called: The Black Times, The Liberator or The Voice of the People

The Liberator

500

What was Rosa Parks' profession?

  • A. A school teacher
  • B. A seamstress
  • C. A nurse
  • D. A librarian

Correct Answer: B. A seamstress

500

What is the author's perspective on trying new foods?

  • Sentence: "Trying new foods is an adventure for your taste buds!"
  • A. The author is picky and dislikes new foods.
  • B. The author is excited about trying new foods.
  • C. The author is allergic to many foods.
  • D. The author prefers eating the same foods every day.

Correct Answer: B. The author is excited about trying new foods.

600

This is the act of expecting something to happen.

Anticipation

600

“ We don’t mind,” said the boy and the girl.

we & boy & girl

600

In addition to giving speeches, Frederick had time  reserved for his writing. In 1845 he wrote an autobiography, Growing Up in The Hood. The book became a huge success, making him even more famous.

False, The book was called "The Life of Frederick Douglass, an American Slave." 

600

On what grounds did the Supreme Court rule that segregation on buses was illegal?

  • A. It was economically unsustainable
  • B. It violated state laws
  • C. It was against public opinion
  • D. Like school segregation, it was unconstitutional

Correct Answer: D. Like school segregation, it was unconstitutional

600

How does the author feel about doing homework?

  • Sentence: "Homework may not always be fun, but it helps me learn and get smarter."
  • A. The author thinks homework is a waste of time.
  • B. The author enjoys doing homework all the time.
  • C. The author sees the value in homework, even if it's not always enjoyable.
  • D. The author never does homework.

Correct Answer: C. The author sees the value in homework, even if it's not always enjoyable.

700

When you know a rule but, you refuse to obey it.

Defy

700

I have an idea,” the father said to the children.

I & father

700

In 1847 Frederick returned to the United States. By now, he had a family and missed them terribly. Upon his return, they moved to Rochester, New York, where Frederick started his own abolitionist website. The North Star was an abolitionist's website.

False, The North Star was a newspaper. The internet did not exist in the 1800's!

700

For how long did the people of Montgomery walk as part of their protest?

  • A. A few weeks
  • B. Six months
  • C. Almost a year
  • D. Over two years
  • Correct Answer: C. Almost a year

Correct Answer: C. Almost a year

700

What does the author think about preserving nature?

  • Sentence: "Taking care of our planet is important; we must protect forests, oceans, and animals."
  • A. The author is not interested in nature.
  • B. The author believes in the importance of protecting nature.
  • C. The author prefers cities over natural landscapes.
  • D. The author thinks nature can take care of itself.

Correct Answer: B. The author believes in the importance of protecting nature.

800

If something is saved for a purpose or a special person.

Reserved

800

By looking at less fancy bikes, the family could afford two of them .

bikes & them

800

               Whom is Frederick Douglass? Picture A or Picture B?

Picture B

800

Which Supreme Court decision did Rosa Parks recall while waiting for the police on the bus?

  • A. Plessy v. Ferguson
  • B. Brown v. Board of Education
  • C. Marbury v. Madison
  • D. Roe v. Wade

B. Brown v. Board of Education

800

How does the author feel about reading before bedtime?

  • Sentence: "Reading a book before bed is the perfect way to end the day."
  • A. The author thinks reading is only for school.
  • B. The author finds reading before bed too tiring.
  • C. The author loves reading before going to sleep.
  • D. The author prefers watching TV before bed.

Correct Answer: C. The author loves reading before going to sleep.